Turkish Super Lig: Osimhen’s late goal secures dramatic victory for Galatasaray

By Tosin Omojola –

Nigerian international Victor Osimhen had another glorious night on Friday, scoring a brace, including a stoppage-time winning goal, as Galatasaray secured a 3-2 win over Samsunspor.

The game was heading for a stalemate before the Super Eagles forward, who had just recovered from injury, fired home superbly to send the home fans into wild jubilation.

It was a match-winning performance from the Nigerian in the thrilling Turkish Super Lig encounter.

Galatasaray got off to a bright start when German winger Leroy Sané struck the opener in the 8th minute. Osimhen doubled the advantage in the 29th minute, finishing with precision to put the hosts firmly in control.

Samsunspor rallied in the second half, with Musaba pulling one back in the 56th minute. The visitors stunned the home supporters late on when Klininch equalised in the 88th minute, setting up a tense finale.

But Osimhen rose to the occasion once again, firing home the winning goal three minutes into stoppage time to secure all three points for the Turkish champions and cap off a memorable brace.

Galatasaray’s victory keeps their title push firmly on track, with Osimhen’s decisive display further cementing his status as one of the league’s standout performers.